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Phuket and the surrounding area rank among the top 10 scuba-diving
destinations in the world. But just what does this area have to
offer the diver?
Only this -- warm water, excellent underwater visibility, myriad
varieties of marine life, plus a chance of swimming with whale sharks
and manta rays. Come and see for yourself!
Or visit one of the local dive shops who have pages on the web (read
more...)
Phuket is the base for sailing the Andaman Sea; and there are few
places on Earth which compare to the Andaman Sea when it comes to
yachting. Through the long northeast monsoon season, weather conditions
are the equal of any area in the world, better, for example, than
those in the Mediterranean.
The annual Phuket King's Cup Regatta brings hundreds of the world's
keenest ocean sailors to enjoy spectacular racing. Even in
the south-west monsoon season there are calm, protected waters in
fascinating Phang Nga Bay. There are many charter sailing boats available and some
even offer "join-in" day trips for two or more people.
See also our Luxury Cruises.
The hong, or "rooms", of Phang Nga Bay and Krabi
are collapsed cave systems open to the sky, filled with jungle flora
and fauna, and often accessible only in tough, purpose-designed
inflatable canoes through sea-caves at low tide. Local operators
have so far gained access to dozens of hongs between Phang Nga and
Krabi to the south. (read more...)
John Gray's
SeaCanoe specializes
in small group sea & river kayaking, and rafting adventures
to unspoiled destinations in Phuket and around Southeast Asia. Unique
programs genuinely immerse you in a variety of natural surroundings.
We are the only ones who do what we do! (read
more...)
The deep blue, clear waters of the Andaman Sea are ideal for gamefish,
and the region is on the migratory paths of classic fighting fish
such as marlin. At certain times of the year, the sailfish fishing
compares with anywhere in the world; and this is one of the top
three queenfish venues.
Game fishing boats, Andaman Hooker and Dorado offer some thrilling
trips. Both Aloha tours and Blue Water Anglers offer several vessels
for catching sails and other game-fish either on a complete charter
or join-in angler basis. (read more...)
During the monsoon season , when conditions are at their prime,
there are a number of beaches where local and visiting surfers can
now regularly be spotted making the most of southwesterly winds
and prevailing on-shore surf (See Beaches).
Phuket even hosts it's own surfing competition - the Phuket Quiksilver
Surfing Contest - at Kata Beach.
So if you feel like catching some waves - check out some of the
local beaches during the months of June to October. For information
on the contest, lessons in surfing, and all surfing supplies, contact
Aloha Surf Sports Company. Tel: 344 504
Swimming, snorkelling, dinghy and catamaran sailing, windsurfing,
jet skis, water-skiing and parasailing can all be enjoyed on most
of Phuket's 16 major beaches.
We offer snorkelling day trips that the whole family will enjoy.
See our selection of Phuket
snorkeling trips. |
